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Remember in prayer the needs, concerns and challenges of parents who have children in school.

Remember in prayer the four new country coordinators working with volunteers in the ELCA Young Adults in Global Mission program: Jessica Geroux (Argentina/Uruguay), Jordan and Adam Miller-Stubbendick (Jerusalem and the West Bank) and Mytch Dorvilier (Senegal).

Lutheran Disaster Response shares God’s hope, healing and renewal with people whose lives have been disrupted by disasters — natural and human-made. Give thanks for what we accomplish together around the world through LDR, and let us promise to be generous in our support and involvement.

Ask God to sustain teachers in schools and early childhood education programs. Pray that they will create safe and encouraging environments where students can learn skills for living and decision-making, form caring friendships, better understand the world and humanity, and develop concern for the well-being of their communities and society.

“The saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners — of whom I am the foremost” (1 Timothy 1:15). Lift up prayers of repentance and gratitude for God’s gift of undeserved love and forgiveness, made personal through Jesus Christ.

First Day of Hispanic Heritage Month  Give thanks to God for the gifts, contributions and rich cultural diversity of our Latinx neighbors and siblings in Christ, and pray for the growth and vitality of the 147 Latino ministries of the ELCA as they share the gospel, equip leaders, promote inclusivity and diversity, and serve their […]

Give thanks and pray for confirmation programs and teachers who help young people study the Bible; learn the basics of faith; become familiar with Lutheran theology, confessions and practices; and examine the connection between their faith in Jesus Christ, the world and their daily lives.

Pray that the Spirit will inspire people touse their unique gifts and skills abroad, seeking opportunities to serve with the ELCA’s global church companions and international partners.

Give thanks and praise to God for seeking us out when we are lost or wander away, and for restoring and affirming our relationship as children of God.

God’s Work. Our Hands.” Sunday  On our church’s annual day of service, ask God to help us throughout our baptismal journeys as we strive to bring justice, stir hope, care for creation and strengthen communities through churchwide programs, local churches, global companions, social ministries and community organizations.